Harbourfront Wealth Group acquired Cumberland Partners

The parties

Harbourfront Wealth Group is an independent wealth advisory and investment management group of companies with a rapidly growing network of over 60 locations across Canada. Founded in 2013 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Harbourfront Wealth includes a CIRO-registered securities advisory firm, an investment council portfolio manager, an insurance company, an asset management firm, and a U.S. SEC Registered Investment Advisor.

Cumberland Partners Limited was founded in 1997 as a Canadian independent, employee-owned wealth and investment management firm based in Toronto and Calgary, operating through Cumberland Private Wealth Management, Cumberland Investment Counsel and NCM Investments.

The outcome

The transaction accelerates Harbourfront Wealth’s growth across Canada, expands its presence in Toronto and Calgary, and adds approximately US$5 billion in assets under administration.

« We look for firms with trusted client relationships, strong leadership, and capabilities that fit strategically within our platform. Cumberland exemplifies those qualities and reflects the disciplined approach that drives our long-term growth. » — Danny Popescu, Harbourfront Wealth Group.

Clairfield’s role

Clairfield acted as exclusive advisor to Harbourfront Wealth Group. The transaction marks the fifth deal our Canadian team has closed for the client.